2002 BMW X5 Water Pump

2002 BMW X5
76,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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DWHITE3
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I was told by the dealer that I have a leak in my water pump. I was told that the water pump and thermostat would need to be replaced. I was quoted $1100. This seems high. Also does the thermostat have to be replaced when the water pump is replaced?
Oct 16, 2008 at 8:18 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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$1100 is difficult to justify for a pump and t-stat. The t-stat might need replacement with the pump as it is electrically integrated and the elements do fail. I would get other quotes for the work.
Oct 16, 2008 at 9:06 AM
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